On May 20, state Sen. Nick Miller, D-14th, and state Rep. Zach Mako, R-183rd, announced $828,676 in funding across the Lehigh Valley in Commonwealth Financing Authority Local Share Account grants for various projects.

“These grants are critical investments in the safety, infrastructure and quality of life of our communities,” Miller said. “From providing lifesaving rescue tools in Hanover Township, upgrading essential municipal equipment in Walnutport Borough, improving parks and recreation spaces in Whitehall Township and enhancing pedestrian safety infrastructure in Salisbury Township, these funds will ensure our municipalities have the resources they need to better serve our community members and build a stronger future for the Lehigh Valley.”

Awards were made through the LSA-Northampton and Lehigh and the LSA-Monroe programs, supporting economic development, community development and public interest projects. Act 71 of 2004 provides for the distribution of LSA gaming revenues through the CFA to support projects of public interest within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

“I’m grateful to partner with Sens. Nick Miller and Jarrett Coleman to secure funding for these projects,” Mako said. “These resources will support the repair and replacement of essential infrastructure and equipment that municipalities and organizations rely on to better serve our community. I’m glad to help pursue this funding, as moving forward without it would have been difficult.”

LEHIGH COUNTY

• $80,000 for lighting upgrades at multiple Whitehall Township parks, such as West Catasauqua Playground, Stiles Playground, Cementon Park and Hokendauqua Park and Playground. This includes installing new LED fixtures and updating wiring and infrastructure to improve safety, efficiency and usability across recreation areas. LSA funds will cover construction costs.

• $83,086 for pedestrian safety improvements at South Dauphin and East Emmaus streets in Salisbury Township to construct a new pedestrian crosswalk, including new sidewalk and curbing, ADA curb ramps and pedestrian warning systems to improve safety for students and the community. LSA funds will provide for engineering, construction and administrative costs.

• $36,241 to purchase a new patrol vehicle for Slatington Police Department

• $17,422 to make critical roof repairs to Slatington Public Library

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

• $59,397 to purchase a new 2025 Chevy Tahoe PPV for Northampton Borough’s police chief to replace an aging vehicle and provide a fully equipped command unit for rapid response during emergencies. LSA funds will be used for the vehicle purchase.

• $89,500 for new mobile vehicle radios and a base station for Lehigh Township Police Department as it transitions to Northampton County’s new 800 MHz dispatch system. LSA funds will be used to purchase the equipment.

• $60,987 to purchase 18 dual-band P25‑capable portable radios for Lehigh Township Police Department, supporting the transition from outdated analog to secure digital communications and improving interoperability, reliability and emergency response. LSA funds will be used for equipment.

• $28,456 to purchase a fully equipped police vehicle for Moore Township to support 24/7 service for its 9,400 residents and Chapman Borough. The township needs to maintain a reliable fleet of police SUVs due to high mileage, road conditions and weather. LSA funds will cover the vehicle and equipment costs.

• $45,165 for Moore Township Police Department to purchase and install upgraded police radios compliant with the Northampton County P25 system, ensuring reliable communication between officers, vehicles and county dispatch for effective emergency response. LSA funds will cover equipment and installation.

• $97,743 to purchase new hydraulic rescue tools for Hanover Township to provide new tools that will help volunteer firefighters perform rapid extrications in vehicle collisions, industrial accidents, structural collapses and other emergencies requiring heavy cutting, spreading or lifting

• $56,911 to purchase new equipment for Walnutport Borough Police Department, including patrol car cameras, body cameras and updated tasers. The integrated camera systems will provide seamless recordings, and replacing outdated tasers will improve safety and transparency. LSA funds will cover equipment costs.

• $202,431 to purchase a new municipal dump truck for Walnutport Borough, replacing an aging vehicle that is costly to repair. The new truck, snowplow and salt spreader will allow the borough to safely resume normal operations and handle adverse weather. LSA funds will cover equipment costs.

• $25,000 for epoxy floor coating in the Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company’s apparatus bays to provide a high performance, nonslip surface and improve safety. LSA funds will cover construction costs.